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BRU → NDR
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Nador International Airport (El Aroui)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for this route as it offers a front-row seat to the snow-capped Eastern Pyrenees and provides the most dramatic views of the Marchica Lagoon and the Mediterranean coastline during the final approach into Nador.
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Brussels & Sonian Forest
Aerial view of the Belgian capital and the sprawling ancient beech forests south of the city shortly after takeoff.
High Pyrenees
Dramatic views of the central and eastern peaks of the Pyrenees mountain range marking the border between France and Spain.
Spanish Meseta
The high plateau of central Spain, featuring a patchwork of reddish soil and vast agricultural fields.
Mediterranean Transition
The moment the aircraft leaves the Spanish mainland near the Costa de Almería, transitioning over the deep blue Alboran Sea.
Rif Mountains
The rugged, green-to-brown mountain range of northern Morocco as the plane begins its descent.
Marchica Lagoon
A stunning view of the 115 square km saltwater lagoon right before landing at Nador International Airport.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The highlight is the approach into Nador; look for the distinct narrow strip of land separating the Marchica Lagoon from the Mediterranean Sea. If flying in winter, the Pyrenees peaks will be heavily snow-covered, providing excellent contrast for photography.
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Loire Valley
Glimpses of the winding Loire River and the historic chateaux regions of central France.
Western Pyrenees
Views of the greener, Atlantic-influenced slopes of the mountain range near the Basque Country.
Madrid Skyline
Depending on the specific airway, the distant skyscrapers of Madrid's business district can often be spotted to the west.
Andalusian Plains
The sun-drenched landscapes of southern Spain, famous for olive groves and rolling hills.
Strait Glimpses
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Rock of Gibraltar and the Moroccan coast near Tangier may be visible.
Nador City
A clear view of the urban layout of Nador and the surrounding Mount Gurugu during the final turn.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic and Spanish horizons. Keep an eye out for the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains north of Madrid. During the descent, the right side often gets a better view of the city of Nador itself while the left side focuses on the lagoon.
Book Hotels in El ArouiDistance: 1,870 km (1,162 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: NDR (34.988800048799995, -3.0282099247000005)
Route Type: International
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